Feared by all riders, mud fever is a small skin disease that generally sets in in winter.
How to recognize mud fever?
Mud Scabies most often manifests itself in winter or in humid weather .
It mainly occurs on the horse's limbs , but it can also be found on the withers, the back, or even the rump .
It is generally identified by crusts that clump together. These scabs are most often painful for the horse.
When it settles on the pasterns , it can cause engorgement of your horse's limb following inflammation . In some cases, it can lead to cold lameness .
How to treat mud fever?
Since mud fever is caused by damp environments , it is important to keep an affected horse dry so that you can treat it correctly.
If the affected horse is in the pasture, it is often advisable to keep him in the stable .
Some veterinarians recommend clipping the pasterns if the area is affected so as not to retain moisture .
It is important to clean the affected area with antiseptic soap , dry well with a clean towel and then cover with ointment.
We recommend our little miracle product , GDB from Nacricare .
Indeed, GDB helps accelerate the skin restoration process, soothes itching, moisturizes , nourishes and relieves tightness.
To prevent mud fever, Nacricare also offers Nacrimud .
It acts as a protective film for the pasterns. It is a breathable hydrophobic barrier , hydrates and nourishes the skin .
Mud mange is not contagious , but still prefer a clean brush reserved only for the affected horse in order to treat it more effectively.
